At this time we are NOT accepting trades. We suggest calling ahead of time to insure that the book buyer is available : 215-482-0704. Please review the trade policy below before bringing in books.
We are happy to take in your gently-used books here at The Spiral Bookcase. We offer reimbursement for your books in the form of store credit. Our policies are in line with how other small bookstores bring in books to stay well-stocked and offer a relevant and ever-changing selection. We welcome your participation!
Depending on the quality of and demand for the books you bring in, you will receive between 20%-25% of our price for them in credit towards other book purchases. We credit according to current market value of the book; top quality titles will receive maximum credit; lesser quality items will be valued accordingly given demand, condition, and current inventory.
We select books based upon their condition, desirability, and fit within our specific collection. We are looking for literature, classics, science-fiction, history, art, science, mathematics, philosophy, contemporary DIY & crafting, gardening, graphic novels, poetry, spirituality, travel, nature, cookbooks, biographies/memoirs, local history, children’s books, mysteries and thrillers. At this time, we only offer store credit for trades.
Please limit trade-ins to two bags per visit. If we do not select certain books for the shop, we ask that you leave with them. Please plan on staying in the shop while your books are assessed, normally 15 – 20 minutes, as we may need to assist other customers during this time as well.
Condition is a very important factor in deciding which books we will select for the shop. We do not accept books that are marked with hand-writing, highlighting, or have torn pages. We do not accept books that have water damage, or carry a strong odor (pet, mildew, or smoke). We never accept textbooks, and we normally do not accept ex-library books.
You can apply your trade credit in two ways: 1) 100% the purchase price of any used book (up to $25.00 per book) 2) 50% of the purchase price of any new book
We have limited space and only one book buyer, so books cannot be dropped off for assessment.
